Located in the northern part of the province of Songkhal, Hut Yai is a commercial and transport hub of South Thailand. The well-being and wealth of the city is reflected in numerous high-altitude hotels and shopping centers in the central district, which attracts travelers most.
Although Hat Yai is difficult to call a separate tourist destination - most travelers simply pass through Hat Yai on their way to other parts of Thailand and occasionally ride purposefully there. They would have stayed and longer if Hat Yai could offer a traveler something more interesting.
The Central District, however, is sisted by department stores, markets and shops that serve both Tists and Malaysians (to the border with Malaysia less than an hour of driving).
The area borders in the West with the railway station, in the east - Canal, and in the north and south roads Supasarnranrangsan and SRIPOOVANART, respectively. Problems overnight in Hat Ya will not be exactly - the city offers dozens of options, from hostels (such as Cathay House) to five-star elegant hotels (for example, Centara Hotel).
Although the town is not famous as the center of the best restaurants, Hut Yai offers a variety of options. Standard cafes with paws stores and stands with ready-made dishes in shopping centers will satisfy the most economical, and excellent Chinese, Malaysian and Thai restaurants come around with those who have a little more money. You can also find in the city of restaurants and cafes of European cuisine. In the evening, it is also not boring here - the city is full of various nightly funny institutions, including those focused on European emigrants of pubs and nightclubs, as well as karaoke bars, very popular among local residents.
The markets Kimyong, Yongdee and Suntisuk are traditional places. These Thai shops are located within the limits of large department stores, within walking distance from central hotels and guest houses. Most tourist attractions are located outside the central region: for example, sleeping Buddha in Wat Hat Yai Nai (Hat Yai Municipal Park) and Mountain Kor Hong Mountain (Kor Hong Mountain), Impressive views of Hat Yai and the surrounding area. These attractions will help you learn more not only about the local culture and traditions of the city of Hat Yai, but from the region as a whole.
The city center is replete with low cost and cheap restaurants and cafes - this is the most convenient part of the city for tourists in every sense. Unfortunately, the main attractions are scattered throughout the city, so it will not come to them on foot. We will have to rent a bike or sit on a taxi tail. If, of course, you are not a fan of walks over long distances. Depending on the disposable time and budget, you can hire a driver-aid for several hours. Just make sure that he understood you correctly and is not going to land at the very first attractions and linger on his affairs.
The easiest landmark, if you suddenly get lost - the railway station Hut Yaiya. Thamanoonvithee Railway Station Divishes the city center in half, as it is east of the main channel.
In the north is located Main shopping district Where, including the Big Kim Yong Market, Markets are smaller Yong Dee, Suntisuk and Phaeng Thong.
You will find everything anything, from "branded" sunglasses to hours and electronics (naturally, also "branded"). Also in these markets, several food kiosks, where you can buy fruit, sweets and ready-made dishes. Most large banks, and in banks there are ATMs and currency exchange points.
Next to the north there is another Large local market , a little away from the Phetkasen Road road, west of the clock tower. You will find here a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as various types of meat - all this looks extremely colorful, 90th for the photographer. And culinary. At night, the SuphasarnranranGsan road, when sellers are selected here with their trays selling almost everything, in addition to street food.
Chief tourist office in Hat Yai Located not far from the southern tip of the Niphat Uthit 3 road and it is located next to the tourist police office. Although most prospects and brochures are printed in Thai, in the office you can give good cards with attractions and specified places of entertainment in Hat Yai and Songkhalya both in Thai and English. Personnel of these services speaks in English quite in English, and in general, as if delighted with assistance to tourists (apparently, few people appeal).
Hotel in Miami Style Florida Hotel. It is like a watch aside on the southern border of the Central District, and is also a well-known guideline for newly arrived in the town.
Bus stop It is located southeast of Sripoovanart Road, but walking in the area after sunset is quite problematic, as it is poorly illuminated.
Almost all hotels, restaurants and cafes offer free Wi-Fi for their guests, and many of them are not even password protected, which is very convenient. The city also has several internet cafes. Two of them are located in travel agencies directly opposite the railway station.
Many tourists arrive in Hat Yai from Hut Yai International Airport, too, travel, and on the islands and cities. The airport is just 15-20 minutes drive from the center of the town.
Parc addresses:
Tourism Management (Tourism Authority Of Thailand) : 1 1/1 SOI 2 Niphat Uthit 3 Road
Tourist center Cathay Tour Hat Yai (In the building of Cathay Guesthouse): 93/1 Niphat Uthit 2 Road
K.S. Tourist center. Travel (Opposite King's Hotel's Hotel): 113 Niphat-Utit 1 Road
Police Office (Tourism Police Hat Yai) : At the corner of Niphat Uthit 3 Road and SRIPOOVANART Road (after Tailand Tourism Office)
Hospital Bangkok Hat Yai Hospital (Private clinic): 75 SOI 15 Phetkasem
Hat Yai Hospital Hospital (Public): 182 Ratthakan Road
In general, traveling to the south of Thailand to tourists can be recommended to visit the thriving city of Hut Yai, at least on day or two - it really is worth it!